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In order to become a notary in American Samoa you must:

1. 1. Be at least 18 years of age

   2. Have a regular place of work or business in the Territory of American Samoa

   3. Reside legally in the Territory of American Samoa

   4. Read and write English

   5. Not be a convicted felon

 

The first step to becoming a notary or renewing your commission as a notary is to attend a course that is approved by the Secretary of American Samoa that is at least three hours which includes a written test.  The notary course and examination will be offered occasionally.  In order to be notified, please express your interest here:

 

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Upon passing the course, applicants will receive a certificate of completion. You must then submit an application, including a sworn declaration, to the Secretary of American Samoa at the Governor's Office.  

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You must attach the following to your application:

1. 1. Certification of completion for the notary course

   2. Fingerprint card obtained the Department of  Public Safety

   3. DPS Clearance

   4. Court Clearance

   5. Receipt showing that you paid the $100 application fee to the Treasury for this application.

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Your application will be reviewed.  Once it is approved, you will be notified to post a $500 bond with the Treasury (notaries who are renewing should submit proof of a prior bond). 

Take that proof to the Governor's Office, and you will be issued a:

1. 1. Commission

   2. Certificate of Authorization to Purchase a Notary Seal

   3. A Notary Journal

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If you have any questions, email secretaryofamericansamoa@go.as.gov.

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Jason Mitchell
Chief Legal Counsel

Office of the Governor

American Samoa Government

(684) 633-4121

jason.mitchell@go.as.gov